By the water
Keeping drinks cold, gear dry, and a comfortable spot to relax for days at the lake, beach, dock, or on the water.
Use a well-insulated cooler, pre-chilled and packed full with block ice, and keep it shaded and closed. A hard cooler holds cold longest for a full day; a soft cooler bag is easier to carry for shorter visits.
Stash them in a sealed waterproof duffel or bag rather than an open tote, which only resists splashes. A waterproof bag protects against rain, spray, and a wet dock or boat deck.
A heavy-duty tote is great for hauling wet and dry gear to and from the shore, while a waterproof duffel is the right call if anything inside must stay dry. Many people bring both — a tote for towels and a sealed bag for valuables.
Yes, anywhere you have two solid anchors about 12–15 feet apart — trees, sturdy posts, or a hammock stand. It's a comfortable, shaded spot to relax between swims, and it packs down small for the trip.
A waterproof duffel for valuables, a cooler strapped down for food and drinks, sun protection, and an extra layer for wind on the water cover the basics. Choose gear with secure closures so nothing blows or washes away.
A soft cooler bag or cooler backpack is easiest to stow and carry on a paddle trip, and a sealed, leak-resistant liner keeps melt from spreading. Strap it down so it stays put if the boat shifts.
Choose bags with closable tops and easy-rinse materials, keep a dedicated dry bag for clean items, and give everything a quick rinse and full air-dry at home. Sand brushes off far easier once gear is completely dry.
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